Quotes for power and conflict poetry Flashcards
Two vast…
“Two vast and trunkless legs of stone”
Something that was once great has now fallen apart. Possible metaphor for Empires.
sneer of…
“sneer of cold command”
Ozymandias (Rameses II) ruled with fear - he was ruthless and brutal.
I wander through…
“I wander through each chartered street, Near where the chartered Thames does flow”
Repetition to emphasise that every part of London has been sold. Blake exaggerates by referring to the Thames.
Marks of…
“Marks of weakness, marks of woe.”
Implies Londoners are wearing their misery in their expressions.
Paper that…
“Paper that lets the light shine through”
Symbolises hope or God.
Might fly
“might fly our lives like paper kites”
Simile suggests that our lives are not always in our control, but more like kites being blown by the wind.
Fra..
” ‘Frá Pandolf’ by design”
Repetition of this esteemed artist to emphasise his wealth and importance.
I gave..
“I gave commands”
Euphemism for murder - another threat.
